Safe Kids Worldwide Public Health Associate

Minimum Education
Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Education/Promotion or Program Evaluation (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
5 years to 7 years of related progressive experience with program and evaluation design and implementation which includes some professional technical writing experience (Required)

Demonstrated experience as an author of at least one peer-reviewed publication and public speaking, conference or/event planning experience. (preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge
In-depth knowledge of behavior change theories and research methods.
Knowledge of evaluation design and implementation and logic models
Strong verbal and written skills to effectively communicate with internal and external partners.
Detail-oriented, able to work independently and on multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem solving, analytical and report writing skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Advanced level computer skills with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office product suite; knowledge of STATA, SPSS, SAS or other statistical software preferred; knowledge of Survey Monkey or other survey software preferred.
The ability to work effectively with other staff and to follow approved Safe Kids Worldwide procedures and policies.
Ability to effectively communicate the mission of the organization and articulate the impact of injury prevention programs

Functional Accountabilities
Coordinates program planning, evaluation and monitoring activities for SKW initiatives.

• Oversees development and maintenance of logic models related to SKW programming.

• Oversees development and maintenance of evidence-informed implementation guides in collaboration with programs team.

• Under the direction of the Chief Research Officer, selects and refines evaluation measures, designs evaluation instruments and works with the programs department to build and implement program evaluations.

• Works with the programs department to monitor program outputs and impacts and write-up results.

• Co-authors articles based on SKW program evaluations.

• Reviews information on existing prevention programs and evaluates its usefulness to SKW.

• Provides evaluation and monitoring support to Programs, Development, Advocacy, Network and Communications teams.

Ensures technical accuracy of SKW initiatives with a focus on evaluation and monitoring.

• Reviews published articles in injury prevention field to inform SKW initiatives.

• Provides strategies and assistance to develop evaluation measures for injury prevention programs and advocacy initiatives.

• Consults with staff managing programs on evaluation needs and programmatic direction and monitoring.

Fosters Collaboration with External Partners.

• Represents Safe Kids Worldwide as an alternate on research and academic committees and advisory groups where evaluation and monitoring are a focus, as well as at professional meetings and conferences, to offer injury prevention expertise and promote Safe Kids Worldwide program evaluation activities

• Works collaboratively with staff, major sponsors, agency representatives, and outside partners to facilitate flow of information and foster strong working relationships.

• Works with Chief Research and Medical Officers to strengthen SKW program planning and evaluation capacity through strategic partnerships.

Evaluates resource materials for suitability of dissemination and conducts conference presentations.

• Coordinates and gathers data and information for SKW resources and products.

• Coordinates and presents SKW information to coalition leaders, sponsors, and other partners.

• Provides leadership and assistance for capacity building activities aimed at increasing impact including contributing to program development for the SKW biennial conference.

Monitor and facilitate papers and presentations documenting SKW program evaluation findings.

• Monitors scholarly journals to increase knowledge base in current evidence-based practices across priority risk areas.

• Authors/co-authors papers and presentations documenting SKW program evaluation findings for submission to peer-reviewed scholarly journals and academic conferences.

• Presents SKW program evaluation findings to Coalition Coordinators, sponsors and other partners within the public health community.

Supports implementation of organizational culture that reflects accountability and adaptability.

• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and diversity awareness in all interactions.

• Partners and collaborates with team members in multiple departments to achieve goals.

• Provides organizational support as required by other departments.

• Demonstrates initiative and seeks opportunities to expand and grow.

• Provides feedback to others and is receptive to others' ideas and opinions.

Organizational Accountabilities
Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)
Organizational Commitment/Identification

• Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication

• Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior

• Partner with all team members to achieve goals

• Receptive to others' ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving

• Contribute to a positive work environment

• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change

• Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes

• Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility

• Use resources efficiently

• Search for less costly ways of doing things

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance

• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation

• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation

• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication

• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers

• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance